Melbourne to Melbourne Adventure Loop (Basix)

Drive along the Great Ocean Road – taking in The Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge – to the Grampians National Park

Hit the road west out of Melbourne and uncover the spectacular natural attractions of the Great Ocean Road and Grampians National Park on this 3-day return loop in and out of Victoria's state capital. Watch surfers carving up the waves of iconic Bells Beach and spy koalas nibbling on gum trees along Kennett River. Wind through the Otways National Park, past lush farmlands and idyllic fishing towns to the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. Learn about the history and customs of the Grampians' traditional owners at the Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre and hike out to Mackenzie Falls, the Pinnacles, The Balconies and Reeds Lookout before returning to cosmopolitan Melbourne.

Itinerary

Departing cosmopolitan Melbourne, hit the road west to Geelong and the famous surf town of Torquay. After stopping for a quick photo opportunity at iconic Bells Beach, begin the journey along one of Australia’s most beautiful and famous drives, the Great Ocean Road. Stop in at Kennett River for some koala spotting, then break for lunch in Apollo Bay. Continue on to the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge, spending the night in Warrnambool.

Included Activities

12 Apostles & London Bridge

Kennett River Koalas

Melba Gully Walk - Otway Ranges

Swim at Lorne (Summer months)

Teddy's Lookout above Lorne

Meals Included

Begin the day checking out more of the Great Ocean Road's natural wonders, then drive into the Grampians National Park – an area rich in Aboriginal culture and beautiful landscapes. We'll visit the Brambuk Aboriginal Culture Centre to learn about the period known as the Dreaming, then hike up to the Pinnacles for impressive views across the Grampians. Tonight we enjoy a traditional Aussie BBQ in Halls Gap.

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Important notes

1. This trip starts in Melbourne at approximately 7am and finishes on day three at approximately 6pm. Onward travel must be booked for the following day.
2. Trip also available in Original twin share PAMM-O
3. Trip also available Melbourne to Adelaide PAMA-B and Adelaide to Melbourne PAAM-B

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